Vantiva, a global technology leader enabling Network Service Providers to connect consumers worldwide, announced it had been selected by longtime partner e& UAE, the telecom arm of e& in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to deploy a new 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) gateway in the country.

5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is a technology that provides high-speed internet connectivity to homes and businesses through a wireless network using 5G technology, rather than traditional wired connections like fiber or DSL.

Featuring the region’s first eSIM installed on a customer premises equipment, the gateway allows for a simplified and OPEX-saving self-installation, letting the end-user activate the solution without a technician’s visit and physical SIM card.

“Vantiva has proven to be an ideal collaborator in developing a new gateway that could help us address multiple market challenges to keep up with new and emerging customer needs,” said Saleh Ahmed, Senior Vice President, e& UAE Customer Operations. “We have supercharged this gateway with not only the state of the art Wi-Fi 6 technology available but also with the most powerful 5G transmitter that extends our service area to more households and businesses. The addition of the eSIM will also allow our end-users to have a plug-and-play installation process and get online immediately.”

Based on Vantiva’s Cobra FWA platform and designed for residential and business users, the gateway incorporates an innovative Indoor5G™ self-optimizing algorithm and high-gain antenna technology. This enables each device to fine-tune its internal antenna system autonomously, aligning it with e& UAE’s towers for optimal 3.5GHz reception.  Combined with increased transmission power (PC1.5 29 dBm), Vantiva’s Indoor5G™ technology significantly improves connectivity and addresses indoor reception performance challenges by enabling e& UAE to address a 40% larger area around their base stations and connect more homes while reducing the cost of ownership for the FWA service.

“e& UAE continues to transform the broadband experience for its customers, and we have appreciated the opportunity to once again collaborate and develop a 5G FWA gateway for their markets,” stated Mercedes Pastor, Senior Vice President of the Customer Unit, Eurasia at Vantiva. “We have always been committed to innovation, and that commitment shines through with this gateway that sets a new standard for performance and accessibility. With decades of wireless connectivity experience and investment in software, we have extended the amazing e& UAE broadband experience to their 5G FWA subscribers by providing a common application framework.”

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Designed with the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology, this device can be supplemented with Wi-Fi nodes or mesh extenders running EasyMesh R2 software.
It also incorporates Homeware™, Vantiva’s highly modular and application-oriented software stack, based on OpenWrt standards and deployed with over 10 million gateways around the world.

Leveraging Vantiva’s Homeware™ APIs and Vantiva’s NaviGate Companion™ backend, e& will integrate a mobile app to help with the Wi-Fi set-up. This app will let end-users manage their home gateways and extenders using iOS or Android mobile phones or tablets. 5G FWA gateway esim Vantiva

Key Features of 5G Fixed Wireless Access:

1. High-Speed Connectivity:
   • Offers significantly faster download and upload speeds compared to previous wireless technologies, making it suitable for data-intensive applications like streaming, gaming, and remote work.
2. Low Latency:
   • Provides low latency connections, enhancing user experiences for applications that require real-time interactions, such as online gaming and video conferencing.
3. Wireless Infrastructure:
   • Uses 5G cellular networks to deliver broadband services, eliminating the need for extensive wired infrastructure. This is especially beneficial in areas where deploying cables is impractical or cost-prohibitive.
4. Easy Installation:
   • Users typically receive a router or gateway that connects to the 5G network. Many systems can be self-installed, allowing users to get online quickly without needing a technician.
5. Flexibility and Scalability:
   • Service providers can quickly deploy 5G FWA in new areas, making it easier to expand service coverage and reach underserved populations.

Benefits of 5G Fixed Wireless Access:

1. Broadband Access:
   • Provides high-speed internet access to rural and remote areas where traditional broadband options are limited or unavailable.
2. Cost-Effective:
   • Reduces the need for costly fiber installations and maintenance, allowing providers to offer competitive pricing for consumers.
3. Supports Multiple Devices:
   • Enables multiple users and devices to connect simultaneously, making it ideal for households or businesses with high connectivity demands.
4. Integration with eSIM:
   • With advancements in eSIM technology, FWA can simplify the activation process, allowing users to connect without the need for physical SIM cards.
5. Future-Proofing:
   • As 5G networks continue to evolve, FWA can leverage ongoing improvements in speed and technology, ensuring users have access to the latest advancements.